Defending Democracy Together

Defending democracy together's (ddt) general program advanced government accountability, the rule of law, and adherence to constitutional principles. In 2024, ddt served as a center-right voice for strengthening democratic norms, with its experts and board members promoting values and policies consistent with longstanding american traditions. Through public education efforts including newspaper contributions, television advertising, and digital content, ddt reached wide audiences and fostered greater understanding of the importance of accountable governance and the preservation of democratic institutions.

Republicans for the rule of law (rrl) was a communications and issue advocacy campaign that promoted the rule of law and defended core democratic norms. Through advertising, media engagement, and digital campaigns, rrl emphasized that no one, including the president, is above the law in america. The project also conducted public education efforts underscoring the importance of the supreme court and the judiciary in upholding constitutional principles and protecting the rule of law.

Republicans for ukraine (rfu) continued its public education and advocacy efforts to promote american leadership on the global stage, support u.s. Allies, and advance policies that help ukraine prevail in its defensive war against russia. In 2024, rfu deployed advertising and communications campaigns that highlighted the stakes of democracy versus autocracy, underscored the importance of trans-atlantic solidarity, and reaffirmed america's core values of freedom and independence. The project also elevated the voices of conservative americans who champion these principles, making the case that standing with ukraine is consistent with both u.s. Interests and long-held republican values.in 2024, the nebraska project advanced public education on the importance of democratic participation and the principles that strengthen trust in american governance. Through communications and storytelling, the project highlighted community voices in nebraska that emphasized accountability, constitutional values, and the importance of every citizen's role in sustaining democracy.in 2024, the presidential reform project (prp) advanced public understanding of the laws, norms, and practices that govern the modern presidency. Through research, communications, and public education efforts, prp highlighted the importance of clarifying and strengthening executive branch authorities to ensure accountability and adherence to constitutional principles.the democracy innovation fund (dif) incubates and accelerates pro-democracy infrastructure on the center-right. Dif grants to nascent organizations to put these organizations on a path to independent growth and sustainability. During 2024, dif saw significant progress by its grantees and made grants to new organizations.